October 27, 2009: The St. Augustine Record - D.R. Horton/Aberdeen

As many satisfied homeowners can attest, D.R. Horton’s commitment to customer satisfaction remains its number one priority. To assist St. Johns County homebuyers in taking advantage of the current federal housing tax credit, D.R. Horton has made available an impressive inventory of “Quick Move-In” homes within its master-planned Aberdeen community.

“D.R. Horton has plenty of beautiful homes within Aberdeen that will be complete to close by November 30, just in time for buyers to get in on the tax credit,” said Lauren Eastman, sales manager for D.R. Horton Jacksonville. “Buyers, however, will need to take immediate action over the next week or so in order to beat the deadline.”

According to the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit website, located at www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com, qualified first-time homebuyers have an opportunity to receive an income tax credit of up to $8,000 – a credit that does not have to be repaid – for homes purchased before December 1, 2009. Buyers who have not owned a residence in the past three years also may be eligible for the tax credit. Guidelines stipulate an income limit of up to $75,000 for single buyers and up to $150,000 for joint and married couples. Visit the website for more details.

The nation’s largest homebuilder, D.R. Horton’s diverse portfolio includes an impressive inventory of quality residences marked by casual luxury, outstanding craftsmanship, modern architecture, flexible living space and affordability. The builder offers a wide range of home styles and prices within many of St. Johns County’s finest communities.

Within Aberdeen’s five distinct neighborhoods, D.R. Horton homebuyers can enjoy outstanding inventory pricing and developer incentives. Priced from $104,990 for condominiums, $124,990 for townhomes and the low $200s for single-family residences, buyers have a terrific selection of available new homes from which to choose:

  • Castlegate: Single-family; homes range in size from 1,845-3,406 square feet; 5 “Quick Move-In” residences available to close by 11/30/09
  • Greenstone: Multi-family; condominiums with attached garages; homes range in size from 1,079-1,473 square feet; 2 “Quick Move-In” residences available to close by 11/30/09
  • Highland Point: Single-family; homes range in size from 1,963-3,406 square feet; 4 “Quick Move-In” residences available to close by 11/30/09
  • Stirling Bridge: Single-family; homes range in size from 1,740-2,242 square feet; 4 “Quick Move-In” residences available to close by 11/30/09
  • Stonehaven: Multi-family; townhomes range in size from 1,162-1,463 square feet; 12 “Quick Move-In” residences available to close by 11/30/09
  • Plus: Single-family; 4 former model homes currently available for purchase
In addition to affordable price points, D.R. Horton customers also receive all standard closing costs paid, excluding lender required prepaids, when using one of the builder’s preferred lenders.

Within all of its St. Johns County communities, D.R. Horton’s mortgage division, DHI Mortgage, facilitates the availability of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) loan program. This program provides financing with zero down payments for qualified applicants. You do not need to be a first-time buyer to qualify.

For perfect examples of D.R. Horton’s commitment to design excellence, visitors to Aberdeen’s Castlegate neighborhood can take informative tours of two innovative model floorplans: the Monterey and the Sebastian. Model hours are Monday through Saturday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday.

The Monterey is a stunning two-story floorplan featuring 2,900 square feet of living space. Architecturally distinct interior amenities include four to five spacious bedrooms and 2.5 to 3.5 baths. An inviting front entry welcomes guests through the formal dining room and into an open gourmet kitchen. Located adjacent to an intimate breakfast nook, the kitchen features a center island, modern appliance package, and easy-care cabinetry, countertops and flooring.

The Monterey’s unique yet exceptional lifestyle elements include a centrally located staircase and a first-floor owner’s retreat. This floorplan offers quick top-floor access via its gathering room flight of stairs – a style design typically found in a foyer. The relaxing owner’s suite provides a wealth of convenience with its rare ground-floor location, as well as luxurious relaxation with its optional marble bath. This home style also features plenty of closet and storage space, a breezy back patio and a great two-car garage.

“We continue to receive a lot of home shopper interest in Aberdeen, particularly from renters,” said Suzanne Massey, new home consultant for D.R Horton Jacksonville. “With outstanding new home prices, builder and government incentives, great finance programs, a prime community location and fun recreational amenities, why rent when you can own?”

Residents of Aberdeen enjoy a beautifully designed clubhouse, state-of-the-art health and fitness facility, and an aquatic facility. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy scenic walking trails, a basketball court, children’s playground, community picnic area, and a sports park with lighted softball and soccer fields.

Nearby to historic St. Augustine and just minutes to Jacksonville, residents can take in a multitude of exciting social and recreational venues. Casual, fine and family-style dining options abound. Popular shopping includes regional, boutique, antique and outlet retailers.

Resident sports enthusiasts will enjoy games at the Baseball Grounds of Jacksonville and Jacksonville Municipal Stadium; water sports at the Atlantic shore, St. Johns River and Intracoastal Waterway; and golf at several local courses, including St. Johns Golf and Country Club, South Hampton, Cimarron, World Golf Village’s King & Bear and Slammer & Squire courses.

The St. Augustine Amphitheater, Jacksonville Veterans Memorial Arena and Metropolitan Park are three local concert venues offering impressive artist line-ups sure to please any music lover. Both St. Johns and Duval counties are home to countless art museums, festivals and galleries.

Ideally located in the highly rated St. Johns County school district, new Creekside High School is conveniently located approximately two miles from all Aberdeen neighborhoods along Longleaf Pine Parkway.

D.R. Horton continues to enjoy its well-earned reputation as an industry leader in innovative new home construction and sales management. Its exceptional portfolio includes a diversified mix of world-class single-family residences and multi-family communities. Currently, the company builds in 27 states and 76 real estate markets, and it enjoys the number one ranking in the nation for closings by Builder magazine for the seventh consecutive year. D.R. Horton also is the number one builder in Northeast Florida, a multiple Parade of Homes™ and Laurel Award winner and a recipient of the Northeast Florida Builders Association’s (NEFBA) prestigious “Builder of the Year” award.

Master-planned Aberdeen is located at 113 William Penney Way in Northern St. Johns County. From Racetrack Road, take Veteran’s Parkway to the Longleaf Pine Parkway intersection and turn right. Look for signs. The model park is located on the left.

For more information, please call new home consultants John Haden, Suzanne Massey and Daryl Gilbert at (904) 287-0595. Additional information about the builder’s exciting product lines can be found at www.drhorton.com.


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